Certified Coder III

Join the ICHS Team!

Discover how you can make a difference in people’s lives and help strengthen communities.

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally recognized community health center. For over 50 years, we have provided medical, dental, and wellness care to individuals and families from all regions and all walks of life many of whom face significant barriers to receiving the care they need. We believe that quality health care supports stronger families, healthier communities, and a more just society.

At ICHS, we are proud of our team-based approach and the shared commitment that drives our work. We value respect, collaboration, and compassion in everything we do. When you join ICHS, you become part of a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

We offer

• Competitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound region
• “Share the success” bonuses
• Insurance premiums 100% paid by ICHS
• Paid time off accrual up to 200 hours annually with up to 320 hours rollover year to year
• Automatic 4% retirement contribution
• 9 paid holidays a year, including 2 personal holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licensure

Job Summary

The Certified Coder is responsible for the daily coding workflow - to ensure quality and compliance for charge review and processing for all clinic services. The Certified Coder will also assist with focused coding review projects, developing and conducting provider education, and coder training.

Education - High school diploma or GED required. Associate of Arts degree in Health Information Administration or a related field or equivalent work experience preferred. Completion of a certificate program in coding and billing also considered.

Experience - At least 7 years work experience in medical coding and billing field required. FQHC and Epic background preferred. Knowledge of specialized service areas preferred: Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), inpatient hospital visits, Vision, Behavioral Health, Telehealth services during the public health emergency, Acupuncture. Experience with provider audits, provider education and training, payer audits for risk adjustment diagnosis coding, and 2021 Evaluation & Management guidelines.

Other Requirement(s) - Professional coding certification from AAPC (CPC) required or AHIMA (CCS-P). Additional AAPC certifications preferred: CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) and CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor).